Change and CMDB Process Manager

Who are we?Equinix is the world’s digital infrastructure company®, operating over 260 data centers across the globe. Digital leaders harness Equinix's trusted platform to bring together and interconnect foundational infrastructure at software speed. Equinix enables organizations to access all the right places, partners and possibilities to scale with agility, speed the launch of digital services, deliver world-class experiences and multiply their value, while supporting their sustainability goals.  A career at Equinix means you will collaborate on work that impacts the world and be surrounded by endless opportunities to learn new skills and grow in varied directions. We embrace diversity in thought and contribution and are committed to providing an equitable work environment that is foundational to our core values as a company and is vital to our success. Job SummaryThe Change and CMDB Business Analysis Manager within the Service Management team at Equinix manages the end-to-end Change process while managing all aspects of the CMDB process, procedures and policies aligned with ServiceNow. This includes people adoption, enabling system capabilities in ServiceNow and meeting/exceeding the metrics/benchmarks to provide service excellence.  Serves as the Process Lead to improve Equinix’s global Service Management capability and overall customer experience. The role encompasses working with business stakeholders across Data Center and Network Operations teams. This role drives process execution and efficiency by embracing modern ITIL, Agile and Lean best practices while being a champion for the ServiceNow ecosystem.ResponsibilitiesResponsible for overseeing and optimizing the End-to-End Change Management process including dependencies on CMDBSpearhead the process lifecycle of any changes on the configuration items within the CMDB in ServiceNowManage the targets, metrics and reports that measure the quality and effectiveness of Change and Configuration ManagementDevelop, implement and maintain Change and Configuration Management process documentation including process directives, procedural workflows, and instruction guidesDrive process improvements and recommend options and technical solutions for future Change process design/changes that increase efficiencies on the ServiceNow platform while considering impact and integrity of the platformElicit requirements through different forums, ensuring the right questions are asked to produce essential requirement information to help align business needs with a technical solution on the ServiceNow platformDocument and map current Change processes and perform gap analyses against best practice, preferably using industry standard techniques and frameworks such as Lean and ITILCreate a culture of continuous improvement to ensure standards and timely delivery are achieved including projects and other initiativesGuide and execute on relevant training and communication content design including the creation, maintenance and delivery of the content and materialsDefine and collect metrics to understand trends; develop and execute plans to mitigate symptoms while providing disciplined tracking and reporting according to standardsCoordinate multiple and competing priority efforts using flexibility to adjust in changing requirements, schedules and prioritiesUse business, process and technical expertise to assist with managing key processes and technologiesProvide support with the implementation of agreed remedies and preventive measures including reporting regarding current state of Incidents and ProblemsManage prioritized ServiceNow backlog using Agile methods, and plan deployment dates with business stakeholder alignmentInfluence and liaise with business and technical resources, with varying disciplines, to ensure balance between process-based solutions and right-fit system design in ServiceNowQualificationsDemonstrated senior-level experience in ITSM Change Management/CMDB roles within large organizations preferably Service ProvidersServiceNow Platform subject matter expertiseA proven track record in ITSM Project Management, ideally with a strong background in delivering strategic ServiceNow solutionsA Collaborative team player with superior influencing skills, who builds relationships easily across various stakeholder groups to move initiatives forwardSkills and AttributesRequired: ITIL Certification in Change and Configuration ManagementMust Have:  In-depth knowledge and hands-on experience of Configuration Management Database (CMDB)Nice to have: PMP or Scrum Certification, Lean Six Sigma, ServiceNow System Administrator CertificationExcellent ability to learn quickly, adapt to change and deal with ambiguityStrong ability to collaborate, exert influence, communicate and manage relationships at all levels of the organizationSkilled at communicating complex concepts in easy-to-understand ways including written/presentation/reporting (technical and non-technical)Excellent influencing skills with ability to facilitate collaboration between stakeholdersStrong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail and accuracy along with the ability to work independently, under pressureDemonstrated understanding of enterprise business and technical architectureEquinix is committed to ensuring that our employment process is open to all individuals, including those with a disability.  If you are a qualified candidate and need assistance or an accommodation, please let us know by completing this form. Equinix is an Equal Employment Opportunity and, in the U.S., an Affirmative Action employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, place of birth, citizenship, sex, pregnancy / childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic partnership status, age, veteran or military status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, political / organizational affiliation, status as a victim or family member of a victim of crime or abuse, or any other status protected by applicable law.